Description: A compilation of reader responses is presented to a real life situation posed involving a management, leadership, or other business decision. This issue’s case study involved a new employee being hired specifically for an expertise that then does not seem to be valued once they arrive.

Description: Chairperson's update focused on the LEARN initiative.

Description: Author of Content won "Best Quote" category of L&D writing contest. Looks at the source of courage both in history and in his own professional life. Valuable to better understand how to face moments in leadership that could inspire fear and trembling. Discusses ways to improve courage when called to lead.

Description: Converting your passions, skills, goals and confidence into an effective career search.

Description: Discusses volunteering for the actuarial profession in general and solicits articles for the CompAct newsletter in particular.

Description: Advice for actuaries who want to showcase their presence in the SOA's online directory.

Description: Book review of 'You Don’t Need a Title to Be a Leader.'

Description: This article covers the importance of letting teams lead you as a leader, that it's okay to admit you're not okay even at work, and that it's important to find informal ways for virtual teams to connect.

Description: Effective strategic planning can have a profound effect on the development of your team and the growth and direction of your actuarial organization. This article shares the elements that will set you up for success before the meeting even begins.

Description: Providing ways to master the art of soft skills and embracing agility to propel actuarial success in today's market.